1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Audi A6

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.

Because 1953 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Allard Palm Beach 2008 Audi A6
Make Allard Audi
Model Palm Beach A6
Year Released 1953 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 2698 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3300 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2850 mm


 

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